Force Quote by L. P. Jacks
“The mechanical mind has a passion for control - of everything except itself. Beyond the control it has won over the forces of nature it would now win control over the forces of society of stating the problem and producing the solution, with social machinery to correspond.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Limits of Mechanistic Control, 1995
Human attempts to dominate external systems often ignore self‑regulation, leading to paradoxical control failures.
In simple terms: Control everything but yourself.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of external control.
Themes
control
technology
society
self‑awareness
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- organizational management
- AI development
- policy making
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Systems theory
philosophy of mind
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of yourself resist control?
- How can we balance external influence with internal autonomy?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on external control can create dependency.
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